Can a doctor "legally" deny you a Hysterectomy because of your age?

My daughter in law has several "Ovarian Cyst" ( one is 7cm in diameter) and she has "Andramesotrous",(don't know how to spell it, but it's when the lining of the Uterus is coming out) she's 27 and has one child already and does NOT want any more. The doctors say she needs a hysterectomy but refuse to give her one because of her age, just in case she wants another child,saying she needs to be older (mid-30's). The pain is so horrific that she is in the ER at least twice a week.
Can a doctor legally deny a persedure that they themselves say she needs but because of her age won't do? Can they be held in some form of "Mal-pratice" by allowing her to live in such pain and termoil?

I opted for a hysterectomy at the age of 27 for much less difficulties than what you have described. However, there was nothing wrong with my ovaries so they were left. But due to adhesions and chronic pain during ovulation, I had them removed less than 10 years later.

She simply needs a second opinion or as I always say about doctors...

IF SOMEONE WON'T LISTEN, FIND SOMEONE WHO WILL!"

Hope I've helped a little. :o)

It's endometriosis (pronounced endo-me-tree-osis). It's when tissue grows outside of the uterus (like the fallopian tubes or abdominal cavity for example). When the period cramps come on then they are not just felt in the lower back like normal but wherever the extra tissue has migrated to. The hormones act on it all and make all of the areas it is found painful. I woulld recommend that she get a second and maybe even third opinion if necessary. No one should have to live with that kind of pain!!!

She needs to find a new doctor!!! If she has a child already, her husband is most likely willing to sign agreement for the procedure and the doctors say she needs one- then what is the problem? They may be doing this on ethical grounds more than legal ones. But if she is asking for the hysterectomy because of her health issues and the pain she is in- which is not fixable- then by all means they should comply.

No, a Dr. CANNOT deny her this procedure because of her age. If she is sure she doesn't want another child, and the Dr. says she needs one, it needs to be done. Not having it will lead to worse problems in the near future. Get her records from this Dr. and get a 2nd opinion. Some Dr.s have surpassed their malpractice insurance, and cannot be sued. I had this problem with a former Dr. of mine. You can however, report this Dr. to the AMA, and spread the word.

I would think that a doctor can legally refuse to perform any procedure. In your relatives case, though, it makes no sense because I doubt that she could reproduce in her present condition anyway. My wife had the same condition two years ago and we both know about the intense pain. Your daughter-in-law needs to see another doctor - now. Good luck.

A doctor can "legally" decline to do any procedure unless it is an immediate life or death situation. You should find another doctor who is more sympathetic to your situation. I am certain you wont have too much trouble finding a doctor that is willing to do the procedure.

Well now you can say you have two daughter in Laws with the sma type of problem they wouldnt takemine out when I had the twins now that my body is doing the same things almost they still wont take it out because of my age! call you later tho withb what their now saying

I think you might have some legal ground to stand on, but only if you can find a Dr. who says the OVH should have been done.
Note, I'm not a lawyer.

they cant do that my mom got one when she was 25-26 and is now 33 almost 34!!!

Well, you may eventually locate a doctor who will agree to do the hysterectomy, but I'm with the doctor on this one. Let's try different methods first... if both fail, then go for the hysterectomy.

Ovarian cysts and other uterine problems develop due to either hormone imbalance or structure imbalance with the pelvis which makes sense since having a child can certainly disturb the pelvis and also change hormone levels. Try acupuncture which has a good success rate for hormone balance and also good for pain management. If that doesn't work out, I also recommend chiropractors who are trained in Gonstead method.

http://www.gonsteadseminar.com/referral....

Good luck